12 Best Hoverboards That Are a Blast to Ride

Whether you're looking for a self-balancing scooter for your commute, a hoverboard you can ride for fun, or one that can handle all terrains, we've narrowed down some of the best hoverboards that are safe, easy-to-ride, and available right now.

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Hoverboards have a bit of a bad rep. After being the hot must-have gadgets for the holidays, hoverboards literally got too hot and their lithium-ion batteries were exploding — some even destroyed entire homes. Now, they are much safer and back on the market.

We've ranked 12 of the best hoverboards, all of which have earned a certification by the Underwriters' Laboratory (UL) Standard Technical Panel. This panel has analyzed hoverboards' construction, performance, and their electrical and mechanical components to ensure that the hoverboards you purchase are safe.

The ones that aren't certified don't have safety mechanisms in place to prevent fires or overcharging. Most that are certified even have an aluminum chamber to contain a fire, in the unlikely event one would happen. So you can spend less time worrying — and more time riding. Shop these certified picks, below.

Most hoverboards come in solid color schemes, but not this one. Hoverheart offers a slew of unique patterns for its hoverboard. We were partial to this green leaf one, but there's a pink Candyland print, a rainbow one, and a cute outer space cartoon variant, among several others. The designs are refreshing, fun, and bright, and they stand out against other hoverboards. Besides the awesome designs, the hoverboards have 6.5-inch wheels and several LED lights, and they come with a built-in Bluetooth speaker. The hoverboard takes three hours to charge and reaches speeds up to 9 miles per hour.

This hoverboard is equipped with several LED lights that flash on its front and on top of its wheels, making it easier for you to see, but also helping drivers spot you at night. It comes in black chrome, blue, gold, green, pink, and rose gold colors. Each color has a mirror finish that unfortunately scratches easily, but on the plus side, the hoverboard comes with a protective case. This hoverboard reaches speeds up to 8 miles per hour, and it can carry riders up to 220 pounds. It takes 2.5 hours to recharge its battery.

The Hoverzon S is a sleek, UL-certified hoverboard with an impressive 11-mile range. It reaches top speeds of 8 miles per hour, and despite weighing just 22 pounds, it can hold over 200 pounds. Its rubber bumpers, nonslip foot pedals, and training mode help prevent falls and make it easier for beginners to learn how to ride. The body is made from ABS hard-shell casing, which is less likely to crack or scratch. Although its rubber wheels have plenty of traction, they aren't large enough to handle rough terrain. Fortunately, the Hoverzon has headlights, so you can ride at night. It comes in black, blue, red, yellow, pink, and white colors.

The EPIKGO Classic is a powerhouse. The hoverboard is outfitted with dual 400-watt motors that work in tandem to tackle hills and provide speeds up to 10 miles per hour. Its battery is UL-certified and has a 12-mile range. Because this self-balancing scooter has all-terrain tires, you can ride it practically anywhere — whether it be dirt, sand, gravel, grass, or even mud. Additionally, an aluminum fender cover protects the tires from damage. The Classic has a water-resistant ABS chassis, so you can feel confident zipping through puddles or riding in the rain.

Weighing 31 pounds, the EPIKGO Classic is 30% larger than its competitors, which leaves you with bigger footpads and makes it much easier to ride. The large size doesn't affect battery life too significantly either, as it only takes two hours to fully charge the hoverboard. It comes in colors to match your iPhone, too! There's rose gold, space gray, and silver.

The Swagtron T1 is solid, safe, and well-built. It's more affordable than most other hoverboards, and it provides riders with an impressive 11-mile range. The T1 hoverboard comes in six different colors (black, red, blue, yellow, pink, and white), and it can reach speeds up to 8 miles per hour. This UL-certified hoverboard's lithium-ion battery is housed in an aluminum chamber that can contain a potential fire in the event of battery failure. The Swagtron T1 is not only a blast to ride, but it's also easy to control. It manages to find the perfect balance between speed, reliability, and safety.

The Halo Rover hoverboard is able to tackle rough terrain, thanks to its knobby rubber tires. Whether you're traversing through grass, over gravel, sand, or dirt, rest assured the Halo Rover is powerful enough to push on through. The board provides a rougher ride than most, but it's easy to control and has a top speed of 9 miles per hour. It has rubber bumpers to protect its shell, and it comes with a carrying case. The Halo Rover weighs almost 32 pounds though, so you probably won't want to carry it anywhere. It's UL 2272 safety-certified, and it even has built-in Bluetooth speakers.

The same company that made the cult-classic Razor Scooter has entered the hoverboard space with its Hovertrax 2.0. This hoverboard supports up to 220 pounds, and it reaches a top speed of 8 miles per hour. The Hovertrax is UL-certified, and its battery pack automatically shuts off once it's fully charged. The Hovertrax is one of the few self-balancing scooters with LED lights that act as turn signals. The lights blink when you turn in either direction, then switch back to solid light when you straighten out.

You get an hour of ride time with this hoverboard, and you can pick from five different colors: red, blue, white, black, and green.

The Skque 6.5-inch self-balancing scooter is the best hoverboard for beginners because you can easily find your footing and hold without falling over. Other hoverboards take much longer to get used to, but with the Skque, you'll be riding in no time. It reaches speeds up to 6 miles per hour, and it has a zero turning radius, so you can ride on narrow pathways. It's extremely fun making 360-degree turns while riding this hoverboard. Not only that, the Skque has a built-in Bluetooth speaker, so you can listen to music while you're riding.

If you want to listen to music while you glide, consider the Jetson V6, a hoverboard with built-in Bluetooth speakers. This hoverboard has 8-inch wheels, which is slightly larger than the industry standard of 7 inches, meaning you'll be able to tackle rougher terrain. Reaching top speeds of 10 miles per hour, the Jetson V6 is faster than most other hoverboards.

If you don't feel confident going extremely fast, you can set a maximum speed and adjust the sensitivity and acceleration of this hoverboard. There's also a downloadable app that lets you customize the color of its LED lights, track your distance, and even find the hoverboard in the event it gets lost.

This self-balancing scooter is sturdy and fun to ride, and it has an impressive six-hour battery life. The Powerboard is one of the few hoverboards that's UL 2272 certified, making it less likely to overheat. The PowerBoard comes in four different colors, and it has wide rubber foot panels to keep you from falling. It supports a maximum weight of 220 pounds, and it reaches speeds up to 7 miles per hour. If you don't want to go the top speed, the scooter beeps to remind you to slow down. Its chassis is susceptible to scuffs and scratches, so we recommend getting a cover.

The Phunkee Duck has attracted musicians, models, and athletes, from John Legend to Kendall Jenner, who are sometimes seen promoting the hoverboard on their Instagram accounts. Like most other self-balancing scooters, this one sports an ABS plastic frame. It previously came in six colors, but it's now only available in black. The hoverboard is much more lightweight than its competitors at just 18 pounds. It supports up to 300 pounds. The battery lasts six to seven hours, and it requires a three-hour charge time.

Most people struggle riding a hoverboard the first time. It's quite tricky getting your balance, and it feels a little awkward. The High Roller Model C hoverboard is a safe, easy-to-ride self-balancing scooter that kids and adults can master. It comes in blue, black, red, and white.

Fortunately, it doesn't go very fast — just 6 miles per hour — and it has rubber footpads that help keep you steady. The Model C has several safety features put in place, including overcharge protection and a built-in temperature sensor, which prevents overheating. These features help award the hoverboard with a UL 2272 certification. You get 6 to 9 miles of ride time on the hoverboard, or roughly five hours. The hoverboard doesn't charge as fast as its competitors — it'll take about three hours to fully rejuvenate its battery.

Brandon CarteTechnology EditorBrandon Carte has been the technology editor at BestProducts.com since 2017, where he's been covering the latest gadgets and scouring the internet for the greatest deals; His tech reporting has been featured on TopTenReviews.com and USA Today.